This is the new VW Golf GTI Concept that will be debuting at the Paris Motor Show next month. Although it is still known as the GTI Concept, I can bet any money that this will be the MK VI GTI production car, with probably slight alteration to its appearance.
The new GTI Concept still maintains the core attributes to the original GTI when it was launched in 1975 - sharp dynamics, style and practicality. To enhance the driving experience, VW is using the latest advances in drivetrain and chassis technology design.
If you are a Golf fan, you will notice that the front is taken from the GTI W12 - 650 concept and the 'telephone dial' type wheels from the MK V is making a reappearance.
What's different between the MK VI and the MK V is that for the first time, the GTI will be featuring an electronic limited slip diff linked to the ESP to maximise traction.
This will also be a 'cleaner' GTI. Although the 2.0 litre TSI engine will be producing 210 PS, that is an increase of 10 PS over the MK V, it actually emits 11 g/km co2 less than the outgoing car. But this doesn't mean that the GTI has gone soft, it will take the car to 60 in 7.2 seconds and will reach a top speed of 148mph making it the fastest GTI in production.
We can expect production to start spring 2009 and sales are expected early summer.
The new GTI Concept still maintains the core attributes to the original GTI when it was launched in 1975 - sharp dynamics, style and practicality. To enhance the driving experience, VW is using the latest advances in drivetrain and chassis technology design.
If you are a Golf fan, you will notice that the front is taken from the GTI W12 - 650 concept and the 'telephone dial' type wheels from the MK V is making a reappearance.
What's different between the MK VI and the MK V is that for the first time, the GTI will be featuring an electronic limited slip diff linked to the ESP to maximise traction.
This will also be a 'cleaner' GTI. Although the 2.0 litre TSI engine will be producing 210 PS, that is an increase of 10 PS over the MK V, it actually emits 11 g/km co2 less than the outgoing car. But this doesn't mean that the GTI has gone soft, it will take the car to 60 in 7.2 seconds and will reach a top speed of 148mph making it the fastest GTI in production.
We can expect production to start spring 2009 and sales are expected early summer.
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